WCS Vocational Schools Programmes - Greenock Campus 2016-17

Schools VOCATIONAL PROGRAMME

GREENOCK CAMPUS 2016/17

West College ScotlandSchools Vocational Programme

Welcome to West College Scotland’s Schools Vocational Programme; we are delighted that you are considering coming to study at our College.

If you are unsure of what you want to do when you leave school, then read on...

The courses we offer are ideal if you want to explore subjects and possible career choices which you may not have had the opportunity to study at school. Our courses are designed to give you a whole new learning experience which is different from your school learning. We aim to help you develop new skills relevant to future employment in the wider world and to give you the opportunity to progress to further or higher education, so that you achieve your ambitions.

We look forward to welcoming you to West College Scotland.

Fiona McKenzieHead of Communities

Engineering Group Award 02Introduction to Vehicle Technology 03Car Body Repair 04NC Top Up College Engineering Course 06Computer Games Development 07Foundation Apprenticeship in Financial Services 08Opportunity for Foundation Apprenticeship in Civil Engineering 09Skills For Work Childcare 10Higher Care 11Opportunity for Foundation Apprenticeship in Social Services,Children and Young People 12Opportunity for Foundation Apprenticeship in Social Services & Health Care 13Development of Employability 14Introduction to Cabin Crew and Airport Operations 15

HNC Travel and Tourism 16Cluster of NC Units for Hospitality 17SVQ 2 Professional Cookery 18Skills For Work Hairdressing 20Introduction to Beauty Therapy 21SVQ Level 2 Beauty Therapy 22Begin Make Up Artistry 23Higher Psychology 24Human Body Structure And Function 25Microbiology 27NPA Music Business 28NPA Television Production 29Skills For Work Construction Crafts 30Online Distance Learning Courses 32Frequently Asked Questions 33

ContentsSchools Vocational Programme

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ENGINEERINGGROUP AWARD

Course OutlineIn this course, students will study four units where you will be introduced to complex engineering processes, tools, technologies and skills to prepare you for college or the workplace. As a predominantly practical course most assessment is practical with some written and there are no formal exams.

Entry Level RecommendedTwo National 5‘s at C or above in Maths (NOT LIFESKILL MATHS) and English and preferably a Science or Intermediate 2 minimum C Maths and English and preferably a Science any combination of the above as long as there is a pass in Maths and English.

Course Content Unit F39B11 Mechanical & Fabrication Unit F39C11 Electrical & Electronics Unit F39D11 Design Manufacture Unit F39E11 Maintenance Unit C25375 Engineering skills Group

Award

ProgressionThe level 5 course is an entry level qualification into the Engineering sector and it will equip you with an invaluable set of transferable engineering skills that will allow you to access a whole host of industries. Successful completion of the course with additional appropriate academic qualifications can lead to NC and HNC Engineering course or level 5 or 6 Modern apprenticeships

InterviewThere will be a one to one interview for this course.

LocationGreenock Campus

LevelSCQF Level 5

DayTuesday and Thursday

Time1:30pm - 4:00pm

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INTRODUCTION TO VEHICLE TECHNOLOGY Course OutlineDo you love cars and want to work in a garage? This course will provide you with an opportunity to experience the skills and knowledge required for the vehicle retail repair industry. It will also prepare prospective young drivers and owners to maintain their vehicles.

Entry Level Recommended 3 pass at Intermediate1/ National4 Have a keen interest in cars Be a good communicator Be a team player Be prepared to commit to the course

Course ContentMandatory units: Unit EL01 Workshop safety Unit EL02 Introduction to retail

automotive maintenance and repair industry

Unit EL03 Introduction to workshop tools and equipment

Additional 3 units from the list below: Unit EL08 Routine Cooling and

Lubrication System checks Unit EL10 Routine wheel and tyre check Unit El04 Principles of Engine

components and Operation

ProgressionYou could continue to work towards a diploma level award or progress to a level 5 course in vehicle maintenance and repair. You could also find employment with large national chains, local garages, police or armed forces. A modern apprenticeship would provide you with on the job training.



LevelSCQF Level 4


Time1:30pm - 4:00pm

Key Facts


CAR BODY REPAIRCourse OutlineDo you love cars? Wanting to work in a garage? This is the course for you. This course will provide you with an opportunity to experience the skills and knowledge required for the vehicle retail repair industry. It will also prepare prospective young drivers and owners to maintain their own vehicles.

Entry Level RecommendedWorking at National 4 or above, with a genuine interest in gaining employment in a challenging and fast moving industry.

Course ContentMandatory units: Unit EL01 Introduction to retail vehicle

workshop safety, Unit EL02 Introduction to the retail

automotive maintenance, Unit EL03 Workshop tools & equipment

Additional three units from the list below: Unit EL06 Body repair processes, Unit EL16 Paint spraying processes, Unit EL13 Light vehicle construction, Unit EL12 Vehicle valeting, Principles of component fitting

Upon successful completion of the above selection of units you will receive

‘The Award for the Introduction to Vehicle Technology’ From IMI Awards.

ProgressionPossessing a recognised entry level qualification you can progress on to a full-time course of study with West College Scotland, in level1 car maintenance, level1 motorbikes or level 1 car body repair. Use the knowledge gained to engage with employers for work experience or enter a modern apprenticeship with an employer or a training agency.



LevelSCQF Level 3/4

DayWednesday and Friday

Time1:30pm - 4:00pm

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NC TOP UP COLLEGE ENGINEERING COURSE4 NC LEVEL 5/6 UNITS

Course OutlineThis college course is designed to provide students with an opportunity to achieve the appropriate qualifications for direct entry to HNC Engineering courses (SCQF level 7). This is to supplement/top up qualifications achieved in school to aid in meeting the standard college entry criteria. It will involve a mix of theoretical and lab practical Engineering subjects. It may also be possible to complete a full NC qualification during this time. Assessment is both practical and written and there is no formal end of year exam.It is a challenging course and involves the understanding and application of engineering and science related knowledge and will require some time commitment outside class times.

Entry Level Recommended Open to S5/6 only Two National 5’s at B or above English

and Maths (not Lifeskills) and preferably a Science or Intermediate 2 minimum C Maths and English and preferably a Science.

Any combination of the above as long as there is a pass in Maths and English

Course ContentMinimum 4 units from: Engineering Systems Principles Engineering Systems Test and Measure Engineering Systems Applications Practical Electronics Engineering Materials Electrical Principles

ProgressionSuccessful completion of the units delivered along with the minimum entry criteria will give direct access to HNC Engineering courses

This NC level 5 course is an entry level qualification into the Engineering sector and it will equip you with an invaluable set of transferrable engineering skills that will allow you to access a whole host of industries. It is an essential component within a Foundation Modern Apprenticeship Programme in industries covering aspects of mechanical maintenance, design or engineering research. Industries may

include, Oil and Gas, Renewables, Rail, Bio Mechanics, Utilities, Ship Building, Marine Engineering, Plant Maintenance and Automotive



LevelSCQF Level 5


Time1:30pm - 4:00pm

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OPPORTUNITY FOR FOUNDATION APPRENTICESHIP IN

CIVIL ENGINEERING (TBC)

Course OutlineThe Foundation Apprenticeship in Civil Engineering is a qualification for people who wish to enter into construction environments. It is at SCQF level 6.The qualification covers all the generic knowledge that everyone working in the field needs, and that all employers look for.

Entry Level RecommendedStudents should have achieved credit at level 4 and be working on level some 5 subjects especially maths and physics.The course duration is over 2 years and would involve 4 afternoons a week for 2 years

Course ContentSome of Course Content: H66H 26 - Civil Engineering Materials F3JH 12 - Civil Engineering Project F3J7 12 - Civil Engineering Technology H70S 46 - Mathematics for Construction

Technicians H65W 46 - Construction Project

Management: An Introduction H66C 46 - Sustainability in the

obstruction Industry

ProgressionThis course can prepare you for work in the areas of employment that deal with the construction environment e.g. Bridges motorways roads etc If you complete this course successfully and would like to undertake further study, you can apply for: Modern apprenticeship HNC Construction Management University (Depending on Highers)


LevelSCQF Level 6

DayTBC

TimeTBC

Key Facts

InterviewYou will be interviewed for this course and this will involve: A welcome and introduction from Head

of Sector A written exercise – Multiple Choice

Health and Safety questions A personal interview

Your written response and personal presentation will be graded to establish your suitability for the course.


COMPUTER GAMES DEVELOPMENTCourse OutlineThinking about a career in the computer games industry? This course aims to provide a useful insight. During your studies, you will have opportunities to gain hands-on experience of a range of tools and technologies, and develop some of the key skills needed to take your first steps in this exciting area.

Entry Level RecommendedYou are required to be self-motivated and enthusiastic. You must have 3 passes at Intermediate 1/National 4 or equivalent, one of which should be in Mathematics.

Course ContentThis is a bespoke course developed by West College Scotland. The course is levelled at Intermediate 2. There are no formal exams; a college certificate will be awarded on successful completion.

Comp GDES Computer Games Design &creating computer games using the following techniques Java Script HTML 5 Green foot JAVA Comp GDEV Computer Games

Development

ProgressionIf you have Higher Mathematics, Physics or Computing, then you have the opportunityto progress directly to the full time HNC level course in Computer Games Development. This leads to the 2nd year of the Higher National Diploma and then potentially allows direct entry to the 2nd or 3rd year of a relevant degree course. If you do not have any of the Highers listed above, you can enter at NC Level (duration 1 year) before progressing to the HNC course.



LevelSCQF Level 5


Time1:30pm - 4:00pm

Key Facts

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FOUNDATION APPRENTICESHIP IN

FINANCIAL SERVICES (TBC)

Course OutlineThis Foundation Apprenticeship is designed to provide students with the personal and financial skills to improve and maintain workplace competence in a financial services environment.Students will also develop productive working relationships and ensure compliance with regulations in the financial services industry.In addition to formal college tuition, time will be devoted to work related experience including work placements, work shadowing, industry visits and work related training.

Entry Level RecommendedStudents should have a proven interest in at least one of the following areas: the financial services industry, accounting or business.A minimum of four passes including English and Maths at Standard Grade Credit level or equivalent is required for entry.

Course ContentThe following level 5 and 6 units will be studied during the course: Financial Services: An Introduction Financial Services: The Regulatory

Framework Financial Services: Communication Financial Services: Promoting Positive

Customer Relationships Personal Finance Awareness Working with Others

ProgressionOn satisfactory completion the programme, students will have the opportunity of progressing to our HNC/D programme in Accounting or in Business. Both of these courses lead directly to third year entry at University on completion of the HND.

InterviewA successful interview with college staff and a good school reference will be required before a place is offered on the course.


LevelSCQF Level 6

DayThis is a 2 year programme. Days to be confirmed.

TimeTBC

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SKILLS FOR WORKCHILDCARECourse OutlineYou will study a national 5 level programme that will allow you to further develop your knowledge and understanding of child development and children’s health, how to care for and feed children, the importance of play in children’s development. You will also be given an opportunity to visit a nursery setting in order to gain some practical experience of working with children. This will be a supervised session/s therefore negating the need for a PVG check

Entry Level RecommendedStudents should have achieved credit at level 4 and be working on level some 5 subjects and above at the same time as studying this course.

Course ContentThis course is a group award consisting of four units at National 5 level. It covers a broad range of issues in the following units: Unit F19L 11: Child Development and

Health Unit DM84 11: Working in Early

Education and Childcare

Unit DM86 11: Parenting Unit DM41 11: Play in Early Education

and Childcare

Please note that no placements are offered on this course.

ProgressionThis course can prepare you for work in the areas of employment that deal with care in the environment e.g. If you complete this course successfully and would like to undertake further study, you can apply for: NC Early Education and Childcare NC Child Health and Social Care NC Social Care


of Sector A written exercise – short paragraph

answers to three questions A personal interview


LocationWaterfront Campus

LevelSCQF Level 5


Time1:30pm - 4:00pm

Key Facts

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HIGHER CARE

Course OutlineThe main purpose of this course is to enable learners to understand and explain why people use care services, and to develop the knowledge and value base required for working in contemporary care practice in settings such as health care and social care. Learners will develop knowledge, understanding and attributes that will help them to make informed decisions to support the health and wellbeing of others.

Entry Level Recommended National 5 Care Course or relevant

component unit Literacy Unit Level 5

Course Content Unit H21C 76: Care: Values & Principles Unit H218 76: Care: Human

Development & Behaviour Unit H21A 76: Care: Social Influences

ProgressionYou can progress onto Higher Childcare & Development or other related subjects at SCQF level 6You can progress onto HNC Social Care, HNC Health Care or related subject at SCQF Level 7


LocationWaterfront Campus

LevelSCQF Level 6


Time1:30pm - 4:00pm

Key Facts


OPPORTUNITY FOR FOUNDATION APPRENTICESHIP IN (TBC)

SOCIAL SERVICES, CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLECourse OutlineThe National Progression Award (NPA) Social services Children and Young People is a qualification for people who wish to in a variety of childcare environments. It is at SCQF level 6.The qualification covers all the generic knowledge that everyone working in the field needs, and that all employers look for.


Course Content Child development and Health Play and learning Rights and Protection and safeguarding Social context for learning and

development

ProgressionThis course can prepare you for work in the areas of employment that deal with childcare in the environment e.g.If you complete this course successfully and would like to undertake further study, you can apply for: NC Early Education and Childcare Higher Social Care Level 6 Modern apprenticeship HNC Childhood Practice (must also have

2 Highers) HNC Social services (must also have 2

Highers)






LevelSCQF Level 6NPA Social services Children and YoungPeople Units (4 units) – first year studySVQ Children and Young People

DayTBC

TimeTBC

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OPPORTUNITY FOR FOUNDATION APPRENTICESHIP IN

SOCIAL SERVICES & HEALTH CARE (TBC)

Course OutlineThe National Progression Award (NPA) in Social Services and Healthcare is a new award and provides a qualification for people who wish to be prepared to work in a variety of health and social care environments. It is at SCQF level 6The qualification covers all the generic knowledge that everyone working in the field needs, and that all employers look for.


Course Content Working in Care Health and Safety and safeguarding for

Care Human development The social context for care

ProgressionThis course can prepare you for work in the areas of employment that deal with care in the environmentIf you complete this course successfully and would like to undertake further study, you can apply for: Higher Social or Health Care Level 6 Relevant Modern apprenticeship HNC Social Services (must also have 2

Highers) HNC Care and Administrative Practice

(must also have 2 Highers)






LevelSCQF Level 62 year programmeNPA Social Services and Healthcare – first year study4 Mandatory SVQ Social Services and Healthcare

DayTBC

TimeTBC

Key Facts


DEVELOPMENT OF EMPLOYABILITYCourse OutlineThe course provides an opportunity for you to develop and enhance your employability skills through a project based approach to enterprise. It will provide you with the opportunity to develop various skills through numerous group activities giving you the potential to create a personalised CV and skills profile. All of the different projects will be learner-centred, with the students choosing and shaping their own skills curriculum working with community projects and external agencies. You will be working at a higher level than the Introductory Employability course with the potential for you to attain some external achievement awards throughout the programme of work.

Entry Level RecommendedThe pupils should be working at SCQF level 5

Course Content3 credits at SCQF level 5 The completion of the work will enable you to develop the following skills and attributes Entrepreneurial skills, creativity and

perseverance Communication, research, and

presentation skills Self-Awareness, consideration, and

community involvement. Problem solving, working with others

and team skills Leadership, planning and organising

ProgressionOnce you have successful completed the course you will have the opportunity to progress within the college on any SCQF level 4-5 course.

InterviewThere will be a one to one interview for this course, which will involve answering a few short questions


LevelSCQF Level 5


Time1:30pm - 4:00pm

Key Facts

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INTRODUCTION TO CABIN CREW ANDAIRPORT OPERATIONSCourse OutlineStudents will learn duties carried out by cabin crew and airport ground operation personal. Develop an understanding for airline terminology and be willing to take part in role play situations, e.g. safety demonstrations, announcements, trolley service, mock airport operations dealing with a variety of customer scenarios.

Entry Level RecommendedTwo National 5 passes at grade C and above

Course Content Unit F3PD11/012 Worldwide Travel &

Tourism Destinations Unit LRNCHKIN/004 Learn to Check In Unit F3PM11/017 Working as Air Cabin

Crew Unit F3P812/005 Introduction to

Airport Ground Operations Unit F3P812/005 Airport Ground

Operations (cont.) Unit F3PJ11/017 Selling Skills

ProgressionNC International Travel with Airport Ground Operations (Depending on qualifications achieved) or HNC Travel & Tourism (if one Higher achieved at school)



LevelSCQF Level 5


Time1:30pm - 4:00pm

Key Facts


HNC TRAVEL AND TOURISMINFILL CLASS

Course OutlineThis course develops product knowledge and people skills for the fast paced environment of the travel industry, providing students with the vocational skills required for high quality service to customers in many different types of tourism and travel organisations.

Entry Level RecommendedPupils must have 1 Higher

Course Content12 credits will be offered to enable students to complete an HNC Unit H11R34/011 Retail Travel Practice

(2 credits) Unit f6vy34/017 Air Travel (2 credits) Unit H1J63/011 Travel & Tourism

Graded Unit Unit DK03/058 Marketing Unit H1F034/036 Creating Culture &

Customer Care Unit D85F34/158 ICT Unit D77G34/272 Communication

Unit DK0733/056 International Tourist Destinations

Unit HORC34/014 Preparation for Employment

Unit DJ9W34/056 Structure of the Travel & Tourism Industry

ProgressionFrom airlines, Travel Agents and Tour Operators to Visitor Attraction Management, there is an exciting and diverse range of opportunities both at home and abroad for successful travel students. For those who wish to progress to HND level is possible at our Paisley Campus you would be required to complete a further 18 credits to achieve HND)



LevelSCQF Level 7

DayMonday and Tuesday

Time9:00am - 4:00pm

Key Facts

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CLUSTER OF NC UNITSFOR HOSPITALITYCourse OutlineThis course is intended for you if you wish to make a career in the hospitality industry. It’s a fast paced class, so you must have the appetite to work hard. This course will offer a cluster of NC units in professional cookery with 80% practical and 20% theory work.

Entry Level RecommendedThere are no formal entry requirements; students must have a genuine interest in the hospitality industry

Course Content A cluster of NC units from the

professional Cookery Course Unit F7E011 Cold Preparation Unit FT8D11 Pastry and deserts

ProgressionSuccessful completion of all the units on this course will enable you to progress onto fulltime level 2 Professional Cookery at West College Scotland



LevelSCQF Level 5


Time1:30pm - 4:00pm

Key Facts


SVQ 2 PROFESSIONAL COOKERYCourse OutlineSVQs (Scottish Vocational Qualifications) are qualifications for work. They are usually carried out in you workplace, or in a college kitchen or restaurant facility. You will receive a nationally recognised certificate on completion, which helps with your personal development and will enhance employment opportunities. You don’t get an SVQ by sitting in a classroom or by doing exams! The SVQ based around a portfolio, which contains around 8-15 units which you need to work through, and collect evidence to show you can do the job.

Entry Level RecommendedThere are no formal entry requirements; students must have a genuine interest in the hospitality industry.

Course ContentThis level 2 course requires you to complete 14 units four of these are mandatoryMandatory units:This course consists of 4 Mandatory units such as Health and Safety Working with others Hygiene

A further 10 units required for this qualification from a wide range of dishes Rice dishes Pasta Bread and dough products Pastry

ProgressionSVQ3 professional cookery



LevelSVQ 2

DayTuesday

Time9:00am - 4:00pm

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SKILLS FOR WORKHAIRDRESSINGCourse OutlineIf you are interested in a career in Hairdressing, why not explore all the possibilities in our fantastic salons. The main aim of the course is to provide you with the opportunity to undertake a course in the theoretical and practical skills involved in hairdressing. All units contained within the course contain written work in the formation of a portfolio of evidence.

Entry Level RecommendedThere are no formal entry requirements students must have a keen interest in the Hairdressing industry

Course Content Unit DXOK 10 Hairdressing:

Employability Skills Unit DXOM 10 Hairdressing: Salon

Awareness Unit DXON 10 Hairdressing: Working in

the Salon Unit DXOP 10 Hairdressing: Creativity Make up skills

ProgressionOpportunity to progress onto Begin Hairdressing full time course, or seek to work as a salon assistant within the industry.



LevelSCQF Level 4


Time1:30pm - 4:00pm

Key Facts

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INTRODUCTION TOBEAUTY THERAPYCourse OutlineThis course is an introduction to beauty Therapy, covering both practical and theoretical elements. Particular emphasis is placed on the practical abilities of the student’s work, with an essential aspect of the course involving participating in a “realistic working environment”.

Entry Level RecommendedThere are no formal entry requirements students must have a keen interest in the Beauty Industry

Course Content NPA in cosmetology 4 credits F0FE10/041 Beauty practical skills

- Facials and Nail Therapy FOF610/113 Product awareness FOF10/094 Career option & choices FOFD10/090 Health & Safety FOF910/112 Prepare and assist in the

workplace environment DJ3W10/095 Working with customers &

colleagues

ProgressionYou have the Opportunity to progress to another schools programme in either, Begin Hairdressing or Begin Makeup artistry. School leavers 16+ can apply for our full-time courses.



LevelSCQF Level 4


Time1:30pm - 4:00pm

Key Facts


SVQ LEVEL 2 BEAUTY THERAPYINFILL CLASS

Course OutlineIf you daydream about being a professional, fully qualified beauty therapist, then this course is the place to start. This course has been designed to give you an introduction to beauty therapy, enabling you to work with confidence and provide a pathway to further study. You will be continually assessed throughout your course. A degree of written work is part of all units within this course. Students will be continually assessed throughout your course.

Entry Level RecommendedThere are no formal entry requirements, but students must have a keen interest in the Beauty industry.

Course Content F9LGO4 Improve & Maintain facial skill

conditions F9L104 Provide eyelash and eyebrow

treatments F9KM04 Remove hair using waxing

techniques F9LMO4 Provide manicure treatment F9LN04 Provide pedicure treatment F47O04 Theory units F9LK04 Optional units available

ProgressionSuccessful students can progress to SVQ Level 3 or HNC in Beauty Therapy. You can also progress into employment or self-employment within the Beauty Therapy industry.



LevelSCQF Level 5

DayTuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday

Time1:30pm - 4:00pmYou must commit to the 4 afternoons

Key Facts

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BEGIN MAKE UP ARTISTRYNPA COSMETOLOGY FRAMEWORK

Course OutlineNPA in cosmetology consists of 4 credits. Students will work on units such as Makeup artistry practical skills, product awareness, career options and choices, health and safety, prepare and assist in the workplace environment as well as working with customers and colleagues. This course gives pupils an opportunity to apply to NC Make up full time courses in future. A degree of written work is part of all units within this course.

Entry Level RecommendedThere are no formal entry requirements students must have a keen interest in the subject area

Course Content Unit FOFB 10: Make-up Artistry

– Practical Skills Unit FOF6 10: Product awareness Unit FOF8 10: Career option & choices Unit FOFD 10: Health & Safety Unit FOF9 10: Prepare and assist in the

workplace environment Unit DJ3W 10: Working with customers

& colleagues

ProgressionOpportunity to apply to NC Makeup, SCQF Level 6 full time course.



LevelSCQF Level 4


Time1:30pm - 4:00pm

Key Facts


HIGHER PSYCHOLOGY

Course OutlineThis course provides an opportunity for you to enhance your knowledge and understanding of Human Psychology. This is achieved by studying a variety of topics that will help you to understand and explain the human mind and behaviour. There are three topics, topic 1 Individual Behaviour, examines aspects which make us unique such as our memory, how we respond to stress and the various influences on our sleeping patterns. Topic 2 Research, explains and examines the various research skills employed by psychologists when investigating human behaviour. This unit concludes with a personal research project which will involve students selecting a suitable topic for research and devising and conducting that research in collaboration with other class members. The unit concludes with the submission of and individual report that is externally marked and accounts for 40% of the final mark. The last topic Social Behaviour, looks at the various social influences that have an influence on our behaviour, such as the degree to which we conform or our prejudice towards other groups in society. The course

concludes with a final exam.

Entry Level RecommendedYou should be in S6 at school and have obtained an SQA Higher in English. However pupils in S5 will be considered at the request of the school.

Course Content Unit H261 76 Individual Behaviour Unit H262 76 Social Behaviour Unit H260 76 Research

You will also be asked to complete a Research Investigation as part of the Investigating Behaviour unit. Along with your investigation, you will be asked to keep a logbook to record progress. Your research investigation and logbook will be externally marked and are worth 40% of the final mark. The remaining 60% of the final mark comes from the end of course external exam, which tests your knowledge and understanding of all three units.

ProgressionA Higher in Psychology can lead to progression on a number of courses. This course provides an excellent foundation should you wish to study Psychology at

university or Management, Education, Criminology. Indeed, many courses and subjects at university contain an element of Psychology and it is therefore a versatile choice for general progression to higher education. Psychology is considered both an arts and a science subject, so it can be very useful for entry to a wide range of courses at university. You may also wish to continue your study of the subject as part of a general HNC in Social Sciences or Counselling.

InterviewThere will be a one to one interview for this course


LevelSCQF Level 6


Time1:30pm - 4:00pm

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HUMAN BODY STRUCTUREAND FUNCTIONCourse OutlineHuman Body Structure and Function is a double credit unit at SCQF Level 8. As such it entails approx. 80 hours of teaching and 80 hours of study by learners and equates to Year 2 of university biology degree programmes. The unit offers learners with experience of biology (Higher grade or Advanced Higher) the opportunity to extend this knowledge and develop an understanding of select body systems & how the human body co-ordinates these systems to maintain homeostasis. In studying these systems learners also discover what happens when things go wrong, covering conditions as diverse as hyperthyroidism, gigantism and coronary heart disease. The unit would be an ideal stepping stone between secondary education and university programmes in medicine and dentistry, as well as to biology-based degree routes. Data handling, problem solving and experimental techniques are all developed alongside expanding knowledge on anatomy and physiology.

Entry Level RecommendedYou must be working towards or have: Biology or Human Biology Higher grade

or Advanced Higher 4 other Higher or Advanced Higher You should also have a genuine interest

in human anatomy & physiology

Course Content Cell structure Reflex actions Function of the blood and heart Structure and function of respiratory

system Structure and function of urinary

system Structure and function of digestive

system Examples of laboratory experiments

ProgressionCombined with some higher qualifications, you could progress to university to study science /medicine courses. See relevant job profiles at Plan IT plus website www.planitplus.net



LevelSCQF Level 8

DayWednesday

Time1:30pm - 4:00pm

Key Facts


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MICROBIOLOGY

Course OutlineMicrobiology theory practice. The course will look at groups of microbes, the problems they cause and beneficial effects of microbes. It also covers the practical techniques needed to work with microbes in a laboratory, with pupils developing a septic technique relevant to employment or university studies.Pupils are assessed in written tests and also in practical skills, with the possibility of gaining a British Science Association CREST Award based on practical work.

Entry Level RecommendedPupils should have National 5 Biology or above

Course Content2 SQA units in D13J11 Microbiology D04212 Microbiology Techniques

ProgressionIn combination with relevant school qualifications pupils could gain access to college programme at SCQF Level 6 or HNC (level 7)



LevelSCQF Level 5


Time1:30pm - 4:00pm

Key Facts


NPA MUSIC BUSINESS

Course OutlineDo you love music and would like to find out how the music industry works? If you are interested in working in the music industry and want to know what all the different jobs involve, this is the ideal course to give you a good grounding in the music industry. Classes will be a mix of tutorials, case studies and practical sessions and you will have the opportunity to work with bands in our award winning recording studios, work on the Clyde built Record label and organise live events.

Entry Level Recommended A genuine interest in the music industry English at intermediate 2/national 5 or

equivalent Business Management at

intermediate2/national 5 or equivalent

Course Content Unit F58J12 An introduction to the UK

Music industry Unit F8LF12 Promotion in the music

industry Unit F58F12 Creative project

ProgressionSuccessful completion of all the units on this course will enable you to apply for fast track place on HNC Music Business at West College Scotland



LevelSCQF Level 6


Time1:30pm - 4:00pm

Key Facts

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NPA TELEVISION PRODUCTION

Course OutlineThis flexible and thought provoking course enables students to study all aspects of television news. It can be used within the context of Media Studies, English, Citizenship and related subjects the resources can be adjusted to suit the subject as well as the level of student. Students will learn to critically analyse television news as well as create their own news stories. They will use digital technologies as well as online tools to select, edit and produce news stories, whilst working within the TV studios environment. This course is made up of four lesson plans corresponding student worksheets. It has been conceived using a concept map which sees the news (and indeed all media) as involved in a circuit of meaning; the structure has been informed by the key aspects approach that underlines most UK Media Studies courses. The news course can easily be integrated with the study of other Media forms. Breaking the news aims to give students a theoretical and practical understanding of the social, political, creative, technological and ethical choices involved in television news. It is designed to

encourage students to consider the role of the news services in a democratic society, and develop a lifelong interest in political, social and economic issues both nationally and globally

Entry Level RecommendedPupils must have an interest in general Media. Based on a series of individual units within the NC Media framework with a recommended 40hrs attached to each unit.

Course Content Unit F58511 Basic Video camera

operations Unit F57V11 Basic Video Editing Unit F58612 Directing a single camera

production Unit F58912 Multi Camera studio

production roles Unit F58E11 Sound Recording for single

camera

ProgressionEntry to full time NC Media course at the college, possible entry into HNC Creative Industries: Television, depending on standard of Media portfolio, attitude, aptitude and ability



LevelSCQF Level 4/5/6


Time1:30pm - 4:00pm

Key Facts


SKILLS FOR WORKCONSTRUCTION CRAFTSCourse OutlineJobs in the Construction industry are always plentiful if you are interested in a career in construction, you should try this introductory course. It is an ideal starting point for you to explore each of the main trade areas. You will need to be prepared to get your hands dirty!You will learn a variety of trades which are important in the industry, such as bench joinery, painting and decorating, brickwork and employability skills..

Entry Level RecommendedThere are no entry requirements for this course.

Course Content Unit DM7C 11: Employability Skills Unit DXOL 11: Half Brick Walling Unit DXOR 11 Decorative Painting Unit DXOJ 11: Site Carpentry Bench

Joinery

ProgressionFollowing successful completion of the course you will be eligible to apply for full time college courses: NPA – Pre-ApprenticeshipApprenticeships with: Construction skills Intermediate Electrical NC Renewable Energy NC Built Environment

InterviewYou will be interviewed for this course by a member of the construction team. A presentation will be given about the course and there will be a multiple choice paper on Health and Safety.The way you present yourself on the day and your written responses will be graded to gauge your suitability for the course.


LevelSCQF Level 5

DayTuesday and Thursday or Wednesday and Friday

Time1:30pm - 4:00pm

Key Facts

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Expanding Learning Opportunities

Online Distance Learning Courses

Want to develop a new skill, gain employability skills or discover new ideas and interests at your own leisure?Our FREE online learning courses for School Link students could be just what you are looking for!

Why choose distance learning? A wide range of courses Great tutor support Study anywhere at anytime Develop your skills Improved career prospects

To enrol on any of the courses below please visit: www.distancelearningscotland.com

Subjects:

Business and Computing

Care

Construction

Creative Industries

Energy and Utilities

Essential Skills

Social Sciences, Sciences, Sports and Maths

Hospitality, Tourism and Languages

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get there?If you live in the Clydebank area you will make your own way to and from the college. If you live in the Dumbarton area your school will organise to take you to college and take you back to your school at the end of the day.

How are the vocational course options different from the subjects that I take at school?The main difference is that with vocational course options there is a strong focus on building skills for life and skills for work. The vocational courses lead to awards such as Scottish Vocational Qualifications (SVQs), City and Guilds (C&G) and Higher National Certificates HNC.

How will the courses be certified?When you receive your certificate from the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) and City and Guilds, the results of your vocational courses will appear alongside the awards for courses you have completed in school.

So what are the benefits?The award itself will act as a springboard for you to gain direct entry into the workplace, or into a traineeship or apprenticeship, or to go on to college or university. You will develop valuable skills such as working with others and problem solving, skills that you will need if you are to succeed in the world of work.

Who do I contact if I have a problem while at College?The School Liaison Section is based in room 106 within the College and your lecturer will show you where this is on your first day.

Kerri MolloySchool Liaison Administrator

t: 01475 724 433

Sandra GardinerSchool Liaison Coordinator

t: 01475 724 433m: 07590 230 404

Fiona McKenzieHead of Learning Communities

t: 01475 724 433

It sounds great - how do I apply?Places are limited, so you should speak as soon as possible to your Head of Year, who will show you how to apply. You should also read the option details for your choice of course and discuss these with your parent/carer.


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Documents

WCS Vocational Schools Programmes - Greenock Campus 2016-17